Lanai, the Pineapple Island,
sits just 8 miles off the coast of Maui, directly across the channel
from Lahaina.
Lanai
has an interesting history from early settlement by the Polynesians to
today's world-class visitor destination. In the 1800s Lanai was
purchased by the Dole family and became the major producer for the Dole
Pineapple Company. This role has diminished in recent years and Lanai
has now taken a front seat in the tourist industry.
The smallest
of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a
mystique that continues to attract visitors. And why not? Its pristine
white sand beaches, its two famous luxury resorts (Manele Bay Hotel and
the Lodge at Koele), its world-class golf courses, its abundant reefs
and striking coastline, its tremendous diving locations, and its sizable
dolphin population have proved to be powerful draws for visitors from
around the world. There is something for everyone on this lovely little
island.
TOUR OPTIONS
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Take the ferry from Lahaina and spend the day
golfing, visiting the hotels, or exploring the rugged interior by
jeep.
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Sail over to Manele Bay where you can enjoy
excellent snorkeling and then take a guided tour of the island.
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A remote white sand beach is waiting at the
Halepalaoa region of the island. You can spend the day in a hammock,
sipping "Lanai Tais", or snorkel, kayak, take a tour of historic
sites, play volleyball go horseback riding or shoot clays, the day is
yours on Lanai's special desert island hideaway.
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A zodiac trip around the island is an
adventurous way to spend a full or half day, and a great way to
explore marine life and spectacular scenery. |
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Love the ocean, suffer from seasickness? We
have a boat for you! It's a luxury vessel, especially designed to cut
through the waves, remaining as stable and unmoving as your living
room back home. |
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